Minibus Driver (bank) – Borehamwood, Hertfordshire   

Location: Care homes based in Herts, Bucks, London, Essex, with travel as and where required

Hourly rate: £12.21 - £12.50 per hour, volunteers also welcome 

Hours: Monday to Sunday between 9am - 5pm

Job Type: Zero hour contract 

Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgate

As a Minibus Driver at Westgate Healthcare, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our elderly residents by providing safe, and reliable transport.

Whether it's for social outings, or day-to-day activities, we are looking for someone who will ensure each journey is comfortable, dignified, and enjoyable.

The successful applicant must be able to travel to and from Borehamwood, as the minibus will be based at Meadowhill Care Home, Castleford Close, Borehamwood, Herts, WD6 4AL.

Why work at Westgate?

• Equal pay for young workers who are paid the same as staff aged 25+
• Improve your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before pay day and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shops
• Access to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)
• Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card), Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme) and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £500 for a successful referral!
• Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g.
  
  Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team building social events
• Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
• Access to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity  
• Comprehensive staff induction with free training

About the Role:

• Safely operate the minibus, always prioritising passenger safety
• Ensuring the vehicle is kept clean, well-maintained
• Conducting pre-use safety checks (breaks, lights, tyres, seatbelts, accessibility equipment) to ensure the vehicle is roadworthy
• Planning and driving the most practical, safe, and cost-effective routes, liaising with Home Manager for pick-up and drop-off times
• Assisting residents with boarding and exiting the vehicle, including the use of ramps, lifts and wheelchair restraints
• Following all risk assessments and health & safety policies, including manual handling and emergency protocols
• Representing Westgate Healthcare with professionalism and compassion on every journey

About you:

• Full, clean UK driving licence (minimum of 2 years’ experience driving in the UK)
• The right to live and work in the UK
• Ability to maintain confidentiality   
• An understanding of Health and Safety
• An understanding of emotional, social, physical, psychological and intellectual needs of vulnerable people
• Previous experience in a similar position is desirable but not essential 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged.

Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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